Jan 07, 2026

Retail Associate

Job Description

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a museum? We've got the perfect opportunity for you. Come join our team and work in a fun environment at The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library. Our location offers a fabulous gift shop and a café!

RETAIL ASSOCIATE - Part Time

Responsibilities:
  • Greet customers entering the store & provide friendly customer service
  • Guide and direct customers to appropriate products of interest and answer related inquiries
  • Assist customers with all park related inquiries (utilizing approved NPS interpretive information)
  • Accurately total, process and collect payments from guests to include, but not limited to, using the point of sale system, handling money, processing credit and debit cards and making change
  • Restock and maintain displays (labeling correctly as needed) per Company standards
  • Participate in closing, opening procedures
  • Participate in daily cleaning/maintenance duties
  • Contribute to a positive environment where all employees trust and respect each other

Position Requirements:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills to interact positively with others
  • Ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure
  • Dependable to always be on time and on schedule
  • Able to lift frequently up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. Position also involves frequent bending, twisting, lifting and squatting and up to 8 hours per day on feet in a fast paced environment.

Education and Experience:
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Experience: Demonstrated ability to handle general math
  • Minimum 1 year retail sales experience preferred
  • Minimum 1 year experience with POS systems preferred

Hourly Rate: $15.00

Benefits:
  • 401k Retirement Program
  • Employee Discount
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Recognition Program


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, and all other status protected by law.

States

IL

Security Clearance

NO Security Clearance

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